Sending the papers in, Westwood commanded, and talked to Boo again—

"At the moment, what Japan needs most is intelligence and military assistance, but we must pay attention to the situation. Brooklyn appeared casual in front of the president, as if he was not sitting in front of the Supreme Commander of the United States. "I, N, and the Pentagon have all confirmed that China destroyed Japan's military satellite systems after the start of the war, and if nothing else, three of Japan's strategic nuclear submarines have also been killed at sea. In the face of full-scale bombing of its own nuclear facilities, Japan did not carry out a second round of strategic counterattacks, indicating that Japan is likely to lose its strategic counterattack capability. Although the possibility that Japan still has some nuclear warheads cannot be ruled out, the main means of delivery have been completely destroyed, and only combat aircraft are capable of carrying out strategic strikes. Before seizing air supremacy, it will be difficult for Japan to launch a strategic nuclear counterattack against China. Judging from the current situation, it will be difficult for Japan to gain air supremacy in a war, at least China will not easily let Japan gain air supremacy. ”

"That is, Japan will not be able to expand the scale of the war."

Brooklyn nodded and said, "China will soon be able to figure this out." As soon as it is determined that Japan has lost its strategic strike capability, China will quickly expand the scope of its strike. First of all, we will ensure air supremacy, focus on bombing Japanese air bases, and defeat the Japanese air force. Second, it seized sea supremacy, imposed a complete blockade on Japan, and cut off Japan's external routes. Finally, an offensive operation was launched, seizing the outer islands of Japan, and even attacking the Japanese mainland. ”

Westwood picked up the cigar strip in the sandalwood box and cut off the ends.

"Our assistance is critical, neither too much nor too little." Seeing the president light a cigar, Brooklyn took out a cigarette, "China's bombing of Japan's nuclear power plants shows that China is very worried about Japan's nuclear capabilities, and it can even mean that Wang Yuanqing has to do this." ”

"Have to?" Westwood immediately frowned.

"What is the purpose of China's war? At least the justification put on the table is to eliminate the nuclear threat from Japan. Brooklyn didn't think much about it and said, "Japan has already fired ballistic missiles carrying nuclear warheads at China, and if Wang Yuanqing intends to counterattack, there are enough reasons to completely destroy Japan with nuclear warheads." Wang Yuanqing did not do so for a number of reasons, such as the unbearable casualties and losses caused by a massive nuclear strike. But will the Chinese generals think so? If the military demanded nuclear retaliation, what should Wang Yuanqing do? The bombing of Japan's nuclear power plants would not only show China's determination to completely eliminate Japan's nuclear capabilities, but also deter us and stabilize the country's generals and agitated citizens.

Of course, there are many more benefits, which must be related to China's domestic situation. ”

Watwood nodded slightly and took two puffs of his cigar.

"It is assumed that the day will be followed by another nuclear counterattack. What will China do? ”

"Needless to say. There will certainly be a full-scale nuclear retaliation. ”

"That's the key." Brooklyn let out a long breath. Said. "Japan did not immediately counterattack. It can basically be proven that all Japanese ballistic missiles were destroyed. That is, as I mentioned earlier, if Japan wants to launch a strategic counterattack again, it must seize air supremacy. Our military assistance. The main thing is also to help Japan seize air supremacy. ”

Westwood glanced over to the Secretary of State to understand what Bruderwoodland meant.

"Loss of air supremacy. Japan will quickly lose the war. China doesn't even need to send troops to the Japanese mainland, it only needs dozens of days of strategic bombing. It will completely destroy Japan's national infrastructure and force Japan to admit defeat. or completely destroy Japan's war potential. Help Japan seize air supremacy. Japan will certainly turn the tide of the war with a strategic counterattack. Finally forcing China to retaliate with full-scale nuclear weapons. Brooklyn paused slightly. So I think. Our assistance must neither be too much nor too little. Japan must be helped to maintain air supremacy at home. Ensure the safety of major cities and critical infrastructure. But we should not help Japan too much. Otherwise, there is a high risk that the war will get out of control. The result is unimaginable consequences. ”

Westwood nodded. Said: "What do you mean ......?"

"Try to provide defensive weapons and equipment, such as air defense systems and air defense fighters." Brudrin sighed, his expression darkening considerably. "The problem now is that after the 'East China Sea War', Japan gradually dissociated itself from us, and except for the purchase of some advanced weapons and equipment from China, most of the weapons systems are self-developed and incompatible with our weapons systems, and the military assistance we provide to Japan may not be effective. Crucially, China certainly expects that we will not sit idly by. Under such circumstances, China will certainly seize air supremacy and sea supremacy at the same time. China's aircraft carrier battle group has entered the western Pacific from the Bass Strait and is closing in on the Japanese mainland. If we provide war materials to Japan, China will certainly impose a strategic blockade on Japan and demarcate the area of engagement. When the time comes, where will our fleet go? If the Chinese fleet intercepts our transport fleet, should it send escort forces? If in the war zone

In disagreement, will our escort fleet engage the Chinese fleet? ”

"You're saying we could get involved in the war because of this?"

Brooklyn nodded and said, "The key to China's defeat of Japan is not a landing operation, but a bombing and blockade. The high-intensity strategic bombing and the continuous strategic blockade were enough to tame Japan. Compared with landing on the Japanese mainland and fighting ground battles with the Japanese army, the cost of a strategic blockade is much smaller, and the effect is more obvious. China will certainly spare no effort to strengthen the strategic blockade to prevent ships from other countries from going to Japan, or at least to prevent military supplies from flowing into Japan. If we make too high a commitment to Japan, we will inevitably come into conflict with China in our future actions. ”

Westwood took two puffs of his cigar and didn't say much.

Brooklyn has already made it clear enough that China will do whatever it takes to completely defeat Japan. Especially in the event that the United States is interested in intervening in the war, China will certainly behave extremely tough. If the Chinese leaders had anticipated that the United States would support Japan in the form of war aid, they would have even prepared for war with the United States in advance. Although China is not yet capable of confronting the United States in the open oceans, at least not the Chinese Navy, China is absolutely certain that it will defeat the U.S. Navy that has come to intervene in the battlefield around Japan.

Now the problem is solved, not waiting for the problem to be solved.

Westwood extinguished the cigar and said to the Secretary of State, "What should we do?" ”

"The purpose determines the action, and only when the purpose is clear can we know what action should be taken."

"For us, a direct confrontation with China is only a matter of time." Westwood let out a long sigh and said, "Over the years, China has pursued a policy of expansion, constantly suppressing our living space, not only in the economic field, but also in the military and diplomatic fields. If nothing else, when China cleans up Japan, the next unlucky one will be India. While everyone agrees that no one can stop China from becoming the world's number one power, we cannot allow China to expand unchecked. Even if we can't change history, we should delay it as much as possible. China is exhibiting, and the United States is exhibiting. As long as we seize every opportunity, 50 years from now, or 100 years from now, the United States will still be the most powerful country in the world and the leader of the world. ”

Westwood didn't say it explicitly, but he made it very clear.

"In this case, I will unite other forces and try to take advantage of the favorable factors." Brooklyn did not delay the president's precious time, saying, "We don't want Japan to lose, and Europe doesn't want Japan to lose, and Russia is the same." On the issue of China's rise, Europe and Russia have different attitudes from us, but they also have something in common, such as that neither Europe nor Russia wants a world situation dominated by China. China has the ability to defeat Japan and even has the guts to confront us, but China does not have the ability to confront the whole world. ”

"You mean, joint action with continents and Russia?"

Brooklyn nodded and said: "Europe and Russia will definitely not intervene in the war, and it is unlikely that they will even provide military assistance to Japan, but Europe and Russia will definitely not agree to China's strategic blockade of Japan." With this, we can co-opt Europe and Russia to put pressure on China. ”

Westwood pondered for a moment and said, "Indeed, especially in Europe, if the situation changes significantly, Europe will even join us in providing war materials to Japan." The key issue is that if we take this step, we will be on the opposite side of China. ”

"Even if we don't take this step, we are on the opposite side of China."

Westwood smiled bitterly and said, "Will this involve us in the war?" ”

"There is such a possibility, but it is not very likely, it mainly depends on the policy we adopt."

"China will not remain indifferent to this?"

"It's true, and if China's leaders are shrewd enough, they can certainly anticipate this.

The key question is, who will act first. After a slight pause, Brooklyn said, "If we act first, China will be on the passive side." If China moves first, we are on the passive side. China has already taken the initiative in the war, and if we are on the back foot, the situation will be very unfavorable. ”

"How do you explain to Japan?"

"Japan?" Brooklyn was stunned for a moment and said, "Mura Zhen needs war materials, not our army. As long as we take the initiative to unite Europe and Russia, Mura will not be able to ask for it. In terms of military assistance, we can temporarily provide military intelligence to Japan, and other matters will be pressed first. ”

"In other words, we should make a decision after finding out the attitude of Europe and Russia."

Brudrin nodded, indicating that this was what he meant.

Westwood pondered for a moment and looked over to Brooklyn.

The Secretary of State gave the best advice, and Westwood had no other choice!